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Biobag achieved a B Impact Assessment score of 86.3, contributing to the Novamont Group’s aggregated score of 118.8.

B Corp Certification is granted by B Lab to companies that meet its requirements for social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. The assessment looks at areas including governance, employees, communities, customers and the environment.

Being included in Novamont Group’s certification gives us an independently verified picture of where we perform well and where we can continue to improve. It recognises the work already being done across our organisation while encouraging us to keep moving forward.

We are proud of this achievement and excited about the journey ahead. For us, this milestone is not only a recognition of our progress. It is also a commitment to continue developing the way we work, together with our employees, partners and customers.

For more information about Novamont Group’s certification, the B Impact Assessment and the aggregated score, visit the B Corp Directory.

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